1981 Audi 80 vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 13 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 160 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 1994 Hyundai Marcia. 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1994 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 80 | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
