1981 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1039 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 80 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
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 | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |