1980 Audi Sport vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 15 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Sport | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
