1980 Audi Sport vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 13 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 242 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Contour. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1993 Ford Contour | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Sport | Contour |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |