1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 448 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Escape |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
