1981 Audi 80 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 22 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 400 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 2003 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
