1981 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 30 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 845 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.
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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 2011 Audi S6 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. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | S6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2847 mm |
