1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 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 35 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 124 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Quattro | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Quattro | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |