1980 Audi Sport vs. 1985 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 620 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Avanti Avanti. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1985 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | Sport | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
