1980 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 32 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escort | Q3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |