1984 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 28 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | A6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2911 mm |
