1981 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 7 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 143 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 1988 Saab 9000. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | 80 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 211 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 | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
