1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1982 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 1982 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1982 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
