1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 25 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay.
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, 2005 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 2005 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | Quattro | Relay |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
