1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Quattro | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Quattro | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
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 | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |