2009 Audi R8 vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 797 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |
