1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 28 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 2008 Ford Focus. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
