1975 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 23 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), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 222 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.
Because 1975 Audi 80 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 1975 Audi 80. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
