1990 Audi V8 vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1980 Steyr G-series. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | V8 | G-series |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
