1989 Audi V8 vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
