1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon 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 11 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. 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, 1987 Audi Coupe, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
