1981 Audi 80 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 32 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 950 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2895 mm |
