1970 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1980 Ford Taunus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1980 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1980 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
