1981 Audi 80 vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 335 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 2001 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
