1988 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Audi 80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 612 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
