1986 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 395 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 80 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 80 | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |