1980 Audi Sport vs. 2000 Audi RS4
To start off, 2000 Audi RS4 is newer by 20 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi RS4 weights approximately 585 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2000 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Sport | RS4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
