1992 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1992 Audi 80 and 1992 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 80 (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi 80 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Audi 80 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 80 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1120 kg |
