1980 Audi Sport vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1383 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.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
