1983 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 709 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.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
