1980 Audi Sport vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1250 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2008 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. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Sport | Touareg |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
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 | 200 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
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 | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |