2005 Audi A8 vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2370 mm |
