1999 Audi R8R vs. 1979 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Ford Ranchero. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 923 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Ranchero. (170 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Ranchero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1979 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8R | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1992 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 925 kg |
