1980 Audi Sport vs. 1975 Audi 100
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1975 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Sport | 100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
