1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
