Audi 80 (B2) GTE 2-door 1984

[BJahalt88]

Engine: 1.8-liter Volkswagen EA827 Inline-4.
Power: 110 hp (82 kW/112 PS) @ 5,800 rpm.
Torque: 118 lb-ft (160 Nm) @ 3,500 rpm.
Transmission: 5-speed manual.
Final Drive Ratio: 4.111.
Drivetrain: Front-wheel-drive.
Weight: 2,160 lbs (980 kg).
0-60 mph: 8.6 seconds.
1/4-mile: 16.5 seconds @ 83 mph.
Top Speed: 117 mph (188 km/h).
Driving Range: 484 miles (781 km).

http://www.automobile-catalog.com/car/1984/50645/audi_80_gte.html
http://en.wheelsage.org/audi/80/b2/112647/64584/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audi_80#B2_.281978.E2.80.931986.29

 

[DaxCobra]

I refuse to believe it weighs that little. I have a B3 and it feels like a small moon.

Really?!

 

[karelpipa]

Crash tests

 

[JKgo]

Crash tests

...What about it?

 

[DaxCobra]

...What about it?

As the crash test regulations have gotten stricter over the years, the cars have become heavier as they meet the regulations.

 

[JKgo]

As the crash test regulations have gotten stricter over the years, the cars have become heavier as they meet the regulations.

...I'm well aware of that. However, I'm asking because the post I quoted simply "popped" out of nowhere, lacking a bit of context.

For all I know, he could have wanted to write "crash test is for the dummies" or some such, before the battery in his phone died. {shrugs shoulders}

 

[karelpipa]

Bigger crumple zones = more weight?
I thought, i dont have to add anything, because we are all clever here.

Also more luxury trim is a cause for more weight.