1983 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 650 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi 80 | 1981 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 80 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |