1972 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
