1987 Audi 90 vs. 1976 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fairlane (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 142 kg more than 1987 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1976 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
