1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 446 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2003 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Escape |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
