1991 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
