2001 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 15 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
