1992 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1990 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 1990 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 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1753 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
