1988 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 18 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 80 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 1988 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
