1980 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Ford Capri
To start off, both 1980 Audi 100 and 1980 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1980 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Capri 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 1980 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 100 | 1980 Ford Capri | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 100 | Capri |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |