1982 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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 2009 Ford F-150. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
