1982 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Audi 100
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. Both 1982 Audi 80 and 1985 Audi 100 are equipped with a 2,144 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1985 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
