1983 Audi 80 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 860 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | 80 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
