1972 Audi Variant vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
