1980 Audi Sport vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 29 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 22 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Escape |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
