1986 Ford Falcon vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1986 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 458 kg more than 1972 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80, 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 Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Falcon | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Falcon | 80 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
