2007 Audi R8 vs. 1987 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 20 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi R8 | 1987 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | R8 | Escort |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |