1981 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Audi 200
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. Both 1981 Audi 80 and 1984 Audi 200 are equipped with a 2,144 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 100 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 1984 Audi 200. 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1984 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
