1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
