1980 Audi Sport vs. 1998 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1998 Kia Clarus is newer by 18 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 186 more horse power than 1998 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Clarus weights approximately 224 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Clarus. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1998 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | Sport | Clarus |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |