1982 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
