Audi Quattro Typ 85 Sport 2.1 20V Turbo (306 Hp)
Audi Quattro:
The Audi Quattro is a road and rally car, produced by the German automobile manufacturer Audi, part of the Volkswagen Group. It was first shown at the 1980 Geneva Motor Show on 3 March. Production continued through 1991.
The word quattro is derived from the Italian word for "four" to represent the fact that the vehicle delivers power to all four wheels. The name has also been used by Audi to refer to the quattro four-wheel-drive system, or any four-wheel-drive version of an Audi model. The original Quattro model is also commonly referred to as the Ur-Quattro - the "Ur-" is an augmentative prefix. The idea of such a car came from the Audi engineer Jörg Bensinger....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Typ 85 Overview:
Audi Quattro (Typ 85). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1273 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.8 s). The top speed reaches 248 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 306 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 4.8 sec.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (307 L); may require careful packing.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Typ 85: July, 1980 - July, 1987).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | Quattro |
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| Generation: | Typ 85 |
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| Modification (Engine): | Sport 2.1 20V Turbo (306 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | May, 1984 |
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| End of production: | July, 1987 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Coupe |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 306 Hp @ 6600 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 143.5 Hp/l [244mm less] |
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| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 3700 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | KW More details about the engine KW |
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| Engine displacement: | 2133 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
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| Coolant: | 9.3 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 79.3 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 8.1:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.8 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.8 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 248 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.2 kg/Hp, 240.4 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.6 kg/Nm, 274.9 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.6 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1273 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 307 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4160 mm mm [244mm less] |
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| Width: | 1780 mm mm [57mm more] |
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| Height: | 1345 mm mm [1mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2224 mm mm [300mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1487 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 235/45 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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