1981 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 18 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 565 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | 80 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |