2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 16 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Allroad | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
