1982 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 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), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 567 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 2012 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
