1989 Audi 80 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 365 kg more than 1989 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 80 | Joice |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
