1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 174 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 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Quattro | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |