2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 1977 Audi 80
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1977 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 603 kg more than 1977 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 1977 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Beetle | 80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
