1981 Audi 80 vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 12 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 604 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
