1983 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
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 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 80 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
