1979 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
