1975 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 925 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2013 Audi A5 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. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | A5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
