1991 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 20 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
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 @ 2300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
