1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 27 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 222 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
