1991 Audi 80 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 10 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 580 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 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 80 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
