1980 Audi Sport vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1307 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Sport | T5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |