2005 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
