1990 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
