1980 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 339 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.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
