1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2001 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2001 Proton Tiara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2001 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | Quattro | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
