1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1980 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1980 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
