1994 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 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, 1994 Audi A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
