1991 Audi 80 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 13 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (182 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
