1980 Audi Sport vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 28 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 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 705 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2008 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. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Sport | A4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2967 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| 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 | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
