2009 Audi R8 vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Meteor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |