1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2004 Audi A4

To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 24 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi Quattro 2004 Audi A4
Make Audi Audi
Model Quattro A4
Year Released 1980 2004
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2143 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 17.0:1
Top Speed 220 km/hour 231 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1671 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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