1984 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 36 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 80 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
