2009 Audi A5 vs. 1980 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1980 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1980 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A5 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
