1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 15 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. 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 1999 Ford Focus. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
