1980 Audi Sport vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 21 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 2,606 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sport | ML |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |