1981 Audi 80 vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 239 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
| Make | Audi | Daimler |
| Model | 80 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
