2005 Audi S4 vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 11 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2930 mm |
