1986 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 80 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 80 | Kuga |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |