1980 Audi Sport vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 31 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 162 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 298 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sport | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1404 mm |
