1981 Audi 80 vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 is newer by 16 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton 400 weights approximately 40 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, 1997 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1997 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | 80 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
