1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fairlane | A5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2751 mm |
