2007 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 21 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 116 L |
