1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 425 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
