1997 Audi A4 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
