1986 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 1075 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 S6 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 S6 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 S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 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 S6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | S6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 80 L |
