1982 Audi 80 vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 12 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 390 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 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2930 mm |
