1983 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 15 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, 1983 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1983 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1983 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1983 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Today |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
