1986 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 25 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1395 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.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escort | Q7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 100 L |