1981 Audi 80 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 980 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 214 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 | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
