1991 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,224 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1991 Audi 100 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2224 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
