1982 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 27 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (185 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 80 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
