1980 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 20 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 41 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
