1980 Audi Sport vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 110.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
