1984 Audi 200 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
