1989 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 23 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 530 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2606 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 | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
