1978 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 1978 Audi 100 and 1978 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 100 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |