1982 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 28 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, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 315 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.
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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Audi | Brilliance |
| Model | 80 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
