2008 Audi RS6 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 19 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), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 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, 2008 Audi RS6 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, 2008 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
