1993 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1993 Audi 80. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1993 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi 80. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi 80 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1735 kg |
