1984 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 238 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
