1985 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri.
Because 1986 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
