Audi 80 Avant (B4, Typ 8C) 2.0 E 16V (140 Hp)


Audi 80:

The Audi 80 is a compact executive car produced by the Audi subdivision of the Volkswagen Group across four generations from 1966 to 1996. It shared its platform with the Volkswagen Passat from 1973 to 1986 and was available as a saloon, and estate — the latter marketed by Audi as the Avant. The coupé and convertible models were not badged as members of the range, but used a derivative of the same platforms.
In North America and Australia, the 80 was marketed as the Audi Fox for model years 1973–1979, as the Audi 4000 for model years 1980–1987 in the US, as Audi 4000 5+5 from 1981 in the US, and Audi 5+5 in Australia during 1981 through 1983....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Avant (B4, Typ 8C) Overview:

Audi 80 (Avant (B4, Typ 8C)). With 185 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1310 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.8 s). The top speed reaches 197 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (174 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 8.2 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.3 L/100 km for its class.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Standard trunk space (370 L) suitable for daily needs.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Avant (B4, Typ 8C): July, 1992 - July, 1995).

General:
Brand:Audi
Model:80
Generation:Avant (B4, Typ 8C)
Modification (Engine):2.0 E 16V (140 Hp)
Start of production:September, 1991
End of production:July, 1995
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Station wagon (estate)
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:140 Hp @ 5900 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:70.6 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:185 Nm @ 4500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:ACE More details about the engine ACE
Engine displacement:1984
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:3 l
Coolant:6.5 l
Cylinder Bore:82.5 mm
Piston Stroke:92.8 mm
Compression ratio:10.8:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:9.2 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:9.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:9.8 sec
Maximum speed:197 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9.4 kg/Hp, 106.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.1 kg/Nm, 141.2 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.3 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1310
Max. weight:1860
Max load:550
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1200 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:370 l
Fuel tank capacity:66 l
Size:
Length:4482 mm [Same length.]
Width:1695 mm [Same width.]
Height:1408 mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2612 mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1448 mm
Rear (Back) track:1470 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):135 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.2 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Tires size205/60 R15
Wheel rims size15

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