1989 Audi 90 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1989 Audi 90 and 1975 Ford Escort are equipped with a 1,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
