1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Ford Fairlane were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 408 kg more than 1986 Audi 100.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (180 Nm). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
