1982 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe is newer by 14 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. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 65 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.
Because 1996 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | 80 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
