1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1980 Audi Quattro and 1980 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 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 1980 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
