2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 546 kg more than 1976 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mondeo | 80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
