1988 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1988 Audi 80 and 1988 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 80 | 1988 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 80 | Escort |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |