1987 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 275 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
