1987 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 330 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 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
