1975 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escort | A6 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2842 mm |