1980 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 30 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 349 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.
Because 1980 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | T5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |