1993 Audi V8 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 919 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
