1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort. 1971 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
