1983 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2230 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 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 167 L |
