1988 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 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 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
