1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 128 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
