1983 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1380 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 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
