1982 Audi 80 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 18 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 765 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 2000 GMC Safari 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 2000 GMC Safari. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 80 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |
