1981 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 615 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, 2011 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | 80 | Antara |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |