1991 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
