1981 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Audi 80
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 8 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 80 (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Audi 80 (129 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1989 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
