1981 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 26 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
