2000 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
