1981 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. 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 2000 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
