1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 815 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 1997 Ford F-150 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. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3050 mm |
