1978 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
