1979 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
