1987 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 25 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1090 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80. 2012 Lancia Voyager 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. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3078 mm |
