1987 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 23 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 980 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.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1987 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3073 mm |
