1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
