1980 Audi Sport vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport 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 168 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1985 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Sport | Escort |
Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |