1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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. Both 1980 Audi Quattro and 2011 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 2,143 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Audi Quattro | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattro | C |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |