1985 Audi 90 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 19 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, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 408 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
