1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Audi 4000
To start off, 1986 Audi 4000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Because 1986 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (161 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 4000. 1986 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Mustang | 1986 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
