1980 Audi Sport vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 195 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Escort |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 41 L |
