1988 Audi V8 vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1988 Audi V8 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1988 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
