1986 Audi 80 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 80 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 80 | 996 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |