1987 Audi 200 vs. 1956 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,110 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1956 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2220 mm |
