1997 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
