1985 Audi 90 vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
