1980 Audi Sport vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 12 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Sport | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
