1983 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 29 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | 80 | FX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
