1987 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1836 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
