The Audi 100 C2 version was launched in the year 1976 and its production ended in the year 1984.

This car was considered as the most stylish car during its era and it consisted of four, five and six cylinder engines that delivered an output power up to 136 bhp. In the year 1977, 100 Avant, a five door car has been introduced.

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In the year 1979, Audi 200 5E and 5T have been introduced which is a right hand drive. The 5E version delivered an output power of 170 bhp whereas the Turbo version delivered an output power of 136 bhp. These cars featured 5-speed manual and automatic gearboxes, heat seats, cruise control, electric mirrors and quarter lights.

Over the years the engines used in these cars are

• 1.6 liter I4 engine that delivers an output power of 84 hp
• 2.0 liter I4 engine that delivers an output power of 113 hp
• 1.9 liter I5 engine that delivers an output power of 100hp
• 2.1 liter I5 engine that delivers an output power of 113 hp
• 2.1 liter I5 engine that delivers an output power of 134 hp
• 2.1 liter I5 engine that delivers an output power of 125 hp
• 2.0 liter I4 Diesel engine that delivers an output power of 69 hp

The engines used in North America are

• 2.1 liter I5 engine that delivers an output power of 103 hp
• 2.1 liter I5 engine that delivers an output power of 130 hp
• 2.1 liter I5 Diesel engine that delivers an output power of 67 hp
• 2.1 liter I5 Turbo diesel engine that delivers an output power of 84 hp

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 4-door saloon, 2-door saloon and 5-door hatchback
Configuration: – Front Engine
Engine: – 1.6L I4, 2.0L I4, 1.9L I5 non turbo, 2.1L I5 turbo and 2.0L I5 Diesel
Transmission: – 3-Speed Automatic and 5-speed manual
Wheelbase: – 2677 mm
Width: – 1768 mm
Length: – 4680 mm
Height: – 1393 mm
Weight: – 2532 lb

Audi 100 C2 Awesome Exhaust sound

The Audi 80 B3 version was launched in the year 1986 and its production ended in the year 1991.

The car featured a galvanized bodyshell, zinc coated body and latest aerodynamic looks. Compared to its predecessors the B3 was sold world wide and it was huge success during its period. The headlights contain high beam lights and indicators in the bumpers. The first cars featured a 1.4 L I4 engine that delivered an output power of 130 KW.

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In the year 1988, the 2–door coupe has been introduced. It consisted of a 2.3 L I5 engine that delivered an output power of 125 KW. The 1989 and 1990 models consisted of a 2.3 L 5-cylinder engine that delivered an output power of 164 hp. These cars weighed about 3042 lb and it consisted of leather interiors, VDO gauges and push button locking.

The petrol engines used in the Audi 80 B3 are:

1.4 L I4 engine
The capacity of this engine is 1399 cc and it produces an output power of 64 hp at 5200 rpm and 110 N-m torque at 3000 rpm.

1.6 L I4 engine
The capacity of this engine is 1595 cc and it produces an output power of 101 hp at 6300 rpm and 135 N-m torque at 3500 rpm.

1.8 L I4 engine
The capacity of this engine is 1781 cc and it produces an output power of 89 hp at 5200 rpm and 150 N-m torque at 3300 rpm.

2.0 L I4 engine
The capacity of this engine is 1984 cc and it produces an output power of 111 hp at 5300 rpm and 170 N-m torque at 3250 rpm.

The Diesel engines used in the Audi 80 B3 are

2.0 L I5 engine
The capacity of this engine is 1588 cc and it produces an output power of 49 hp at 4800 rpm and 97 N-m torque at 3200 rpm.

2.3 L I5 engine
The capacity of this engine is 1896 cc and it produces an output power of 67 hp at 4400 rpm and 127 N-m torque at 2600 rpm.

1.6 L I4 Turbodiesel engine
The capacity of this engine is 1588 cc and it produces an output power of 79 hp at 4500 rpm and 155 N-m torque at 2800 rpm.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 4-door saloon and 3-door coupe
Configuration: – Front Engine
Transmission: – 3-Speed Automatic and 5-speed manual
Wheelbase: – 2540 mm
Width: – 1695 mm
Length: – 4392 mm
Height: – 1397 mm

Audi 80 B3 Overview

The Audi 80 B2 version was launched in the year 1978 and its production ended in the year 1986.

The B2 was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, an Italian automobile designer. The first model cars consisted of a four cylinder turbo-diesel engine that delivered an output power of 85 KW and five cylinder petrol engines that delivered an output power of 100 KW.

In the year 1983 the “Sports 80” version has been launched in the United Kingdom. It featured the chin interior, rubber rear spoiler, Recaro interiors, and body graphics. In the year 1984 some modifications have been done which included the headlights, taillights, rear bumpers and facelift.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 2-door saloon, 4-door saloon and 2-door coupe
Configuration: – Front Engine

Engines
Petrol engines: -1.3 L I4, 1.6 L I4, 1.8 L I4, 2.0 L I5 and 2.2 L I5
Diesel engines: – 1.6 L TD I4

Transmission: – 3-Speed Automatic, 4-speed manual and 5-speed manual

Pictures of Audi 80 B2

The Audi 80 B1 version was launched in the year 1972 and its production ended in the year 1978.

The B1 version made its debut in Europe in the year 1972 as “Audi 80” and in the United States it made its debut in the year 1973 as “Audi Fox”. It consisted of a 1.3 L engine that delivered an output power of 40 KW to 44 KW. It also featured a 1.5 L engine that delivered an output power of 56 KW to 63 KW.

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In the year 1976 some changes have been done to the car which included the square headlights, facelift and 1.6 L engine in the place of 1.5 L engine that delivered an output power of 81 KW.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 2-door saloon, 4-door saloon and 5-door estate
Configuration: – Front Engine
Engine: – 1.3 L I4, 1.5 L I4 and 1.6 L I4
Transmission: – 3-Speed Automatic and 4-speed manual
Wheelbase: – 2470 mm
Width: – 1600 mm
Length: – 4175 mm
Height: – 1362 mm

Audi 80 B1 Commercial

The Aston Martin DB5 was manufactured by the Aston Martin Lagonda between the years 1947-1972.

The DB5 is the predecessor of DB4 and it is popularly known as the “James Bond Car” as it featured in the James Bond films “Thunderball”, “Goldfinger”, “Tomorrow Never Dies”, “Golden Eye” and “Casino Royale”.

The DB5 consists of a 4.0 L engine with three SU carburetors and five speed transmission. The capacity of the engine is 3995 cc and it delivers an output power of 282 bhp at 5500 rpm and 288 lb-ft torque at 3850 rpm. It reaches the speed of 60 mph in 8.1 seconds and the top speed is 141 mph.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: 2-door coupe, convertible and shooting brake
Type: – sports car
Configuration: – Front Engine
Engine: – 4.0 L I6
Capacity: – 3995 cc
Torque: – 288 lb-ft torque at 3850 rpm
Power: – 282 bhp at 5500 rpm
Width: – 1.68 meters
Length: – 4.57 meters
Height: – 1334 mm
0-60 mph: – 8.1 seconds
Top speed: – 141 mph
Price: – £4,248

DB5 Vantage
The DB5 Vantage is high performance car that consists of three Weber carburetors and it delivers an output power of 314 bhp. A total of 65 units have been manufactured in this version.

DB5 Convertible
The DB5 convertible was manufactured in between the years 1963-1965. A total of 123 DB5 units have been manufactured where 19 units were left hand drive.

DB5 Shooting Brake
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