1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 62 kg more than 1994 Audi Coupe. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
