1981 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1990 Eagle Summit is newer by 9 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Summit 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.
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, 1990 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1990 Eagle Summit | |
Make | Audi | Eagle |
Model | 80 | Summit |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |