1990 Audi V8 vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Audi V8 | 2000 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | V8 | Escort |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |