1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 64 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quattro | GTI |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
