1989 Audi 90 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,308 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
