Mercedes E class 1993 vs Audi 80 1991
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Diesel | 1.9 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 126 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 231 NM | 202 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 36 HP more power than Audi 80, whereas torque is 29 NM more than Audi 80. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 | 5.3 | |
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The Audi 80 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi 80, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class could require 330 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 930 km in combined cycle | 1240 km in combined cycle | |
| Audi 80 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 560'000 km | 630'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi 80 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Vento, Seat Alhambra | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Audi 80 1991 1.9 engine: This engine stands out for its durability and generally remains trouble-free until it has been used extensively over many years. Despite its robust construction, the wear and tear from prolonged use, ... More about Audi 80 1991 1.9 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.74 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.41 m | |
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Mercedes E class is larger. Mercedes E class is 26 cm longer than the Audi 80, 4 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes E class is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 430 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 710 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`030 | 1`730 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | below average | |
| Mercedes E class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi 80 has serious deffects in 50 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2600 | 800 | |
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