1975 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 520 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 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
