1991 Audi 80 vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
