1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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, 1980 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fairlane | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fairlane | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
