1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 361 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
