1990 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 719 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
