1980 Audi Sport vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1995 Opel Vectra 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1995 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Vectra weights approximately 270 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 Opel Vectra. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Sport | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
