2000 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
