1986 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort.
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, 1993 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1993 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
