1981 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 316 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
