1986 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
