1977 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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 A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | A5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
