1981 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 26 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 115 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Ikon (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
