1980 Audi Sport vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 23 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 140 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 2003 TVR Sagaris. 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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | Sport | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
