1991 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | R8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
