1994 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 819 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1976 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 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 | 1695 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
