2009 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Ford Indigo. (430 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo. 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 1996 Ford Indigo. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
