1981 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
