1980 Audi Sport vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 880 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 Audi A4 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. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Sport | A4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 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 | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
