1981 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 26 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 800 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 2007 Honda CR-V 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. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
