1991 Audi 80 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1991 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
