1985 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
