1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 11 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 366 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 1991 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. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2930 mm |
