1980 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
