1987 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 13 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. Both 1987 Audi 80 and 2000 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 205 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, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
