1991 Audi S2 vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S2 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
