1992 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Audi 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 100 (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
