1995 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1995 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1987 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
