1979 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 17 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Audi 100.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
