1981 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Ford Probe
To start off, 1989 Ford Probe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Probe weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Probe. 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, 1989 Ford Probe (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1989 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
