1980 Audi Sport vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 24 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2261 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Sport | Excursion |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 167 L |