1984 Audi 90 vs. 1980 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 144 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1980 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
