1980 Audi 200 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 184 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, 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 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
