1970 Audi Variant vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2930 mm |
