1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 26 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escort | Q3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |