1996 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Fairlane 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 1988 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4, 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
