1983 Audi 80 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 17 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 700 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 20 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 2000 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 734 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | 80 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 57 L |
