1985 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
