1980 Audi Sport vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 550 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sport | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
