1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 28 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 910 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | Quattro | Colorado |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |