1980 Audi Sport vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 19 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 173 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura EL weights approximately 79 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura EL. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | Sport | EL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2619 mm |
