1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1987 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1987 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 46 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1987 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
