1981 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1982 Ford Taunus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1982 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1982 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
