1980 Audi Sport vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
