1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Audi Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Audi Coupe (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
