1981 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 25 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 318 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | 80 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
