1989 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
