1967 Audi Variant vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
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, 1967 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
