1980 Audi Sport vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 18 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 172 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 291 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Cougar. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Sport | Cougar |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
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 | 1291 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |