1983 Audi 80 vs. 1983 Chrysler Executive
To start off, both 1983 Audi 80 and 1983 Chrysler Executive were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler Executive is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chrysler Executive (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Executive should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler Executive weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Chrysler Executive (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler Executive will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1983 Chrysler Executive | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | 80 | Executive |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
