2000 Audi R8 vs. 1981 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1398 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 1981 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 296 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |