1989 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, both 1989 Audi 80 and 1989 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80.
Because 1989 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (129 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
