1982 Audi 80 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 20 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 655 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | 80 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
