1983 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi 80 | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 80 | Meteor |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |