1986 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, both 1986 Audi 80 and 1986 Porsche 928 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (288 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (410 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
