1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escort | A4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |