1981 Audi 80 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 212 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
