1987 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
To start off, both 1987 Audi 80 and 1987 Mazda MX-6 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1987 Mazda MX-6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | MX-6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
