1983 Audi 80 vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 415 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.
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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
