2000 Audi S8 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
