1999 Audi TT vs. 1980 Audi Quattro
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT.
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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (237 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1980 Audi Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | Quattro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
