1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1980 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Falcon | A5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |