1980 Audi Sport vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1992 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Taurus. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
