1981 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 4 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. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 155 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 1985 Porsche 944. 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, 1985 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
