1971 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1424 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3010 mm |
