1982 Audi 80 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 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 2003 Porsche 911 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 2003 Porsche 911. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
