1975 Audi 80 vs. 1994 Ford Contour
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 19 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 330 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1994 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
