1981 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 19 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2000 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | 80 | A6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |