1986 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 282 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
