1980 Audi Sport vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 29 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 735 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Audi | Saturn |
Model | Sport | Sky |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |