1981 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 17 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 987 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, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | 80 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
