1981 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, both 1981 Audi 80 and 1981 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
