1981 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Venturi Coupe is newer by 11 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 65 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 1992 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1992 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1992 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | 80 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
