1983 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt is newer by 9 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 295 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, 1992 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | 80 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
