1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 620 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Quattro | Explorer |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |