1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
