1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | TT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
