1984 Audi 80 vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 80 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight.
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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 80 | 2003 Honda Insight | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 80 | Insight |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |