1989 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
