1991 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
