1980 Audi Sport vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 515 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 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 1998 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. 1998 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Sport | Falcon |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |