1980 Audi Sport vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1210 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Sport | Touareg |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |