1980 Audi Sport vs. 1991 Ford Probe
To start off, 1991 Ford Probe is newer by 11 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1991 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Probe weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Probe. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1991 Ford Probe | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Sport | Probe |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |