1980 Audi UR vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 306 kg more than 1980 Audi UR.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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 Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi UR | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | UR | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |