1980 Audi Sport vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon. 1988 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
