1975 Audi 80 vs. 1977 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1977 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Falcon weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1977 Ford Falcon (263 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1977 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
