1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 496 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi Coupe | 2003 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Escape |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |