1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 366 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang 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 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
