1980 Audi 200 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 126 kg more than 1980 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 56 L |
