1980 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP) has 279 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1470 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Ford Escort | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Touareg |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 328 HP |
Torque | 84 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |