2002 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A4 | 1987 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Escort |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |