1975 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 996 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 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escort | A7 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1845 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4969 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2914 mm |