1980 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 408 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Falcon 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 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
