1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 25 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1166 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sport | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 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 | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
