1975 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 108 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (174 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 80 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |