1984 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | A4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2809 mm |
