1983 Audi 80 vs. 2002 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2002 Mazda Premacy is newer by 19 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Premacy (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 255 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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2002 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
