1982 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 80 | CL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
