1997 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1980 Audi Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
