80 B4 vs Vento I: which is better?
Audi 80 B4 (1991–1996) vs Volkswagen Vento I (1992–1998): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Audi 80 B4
Volkswagen Vento ISpecifications
| Audi 80 B4 | Volkswagen Vento I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 1991–1996 | 1992–1998 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 | 1.8 |
| Power, up to | 90 hp | 75 hp |
| Torque, up to | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | manual |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 482 mm | 4 380 mm |
| Width | 1 695 mm | 1 700 mm |
| Height | 1 380 mm | 1 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 612 mm | 2 475 mm |
| Fuel tank | 66 L | 55 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 16 475 ₸ | ≈ 15 075 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Audi 80 B4
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Modest power: up to 90 hp
- Age: the last cars were built in 1996, condition is everything
Volkswagen Vento I
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Modest power: up to 75 hp
- Age: the last cars were built in 1998, condition is everything
Which one to choose
- 80 B4 — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
- Vento I — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: 80 B4 or Vento I?
80 B4: up to 90 hp, Vento I: up to 75 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: 80 B4 — about 16 475 ₸, Vento I — about 15 075 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.