1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 650 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 1983 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe, 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi Coupe | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |