1980 Audi Sport vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Sport | 968 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 92 L |