1983 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
