1991 Audi 80 vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 (182 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
