1981 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 10 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 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 670 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 1991 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
