1967 Audi Variant vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 18 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, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| 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 | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
