1980 Audi 200 vs. 1980 Ford Taunus
To start off, both 1980 Audi 200 and 1980 Ford Taunus were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1980 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1980 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
