1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 36 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
