1981 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 1981 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Escort weights approximately 42 kg more than 1976 Audi 80.
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, 1981 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1976 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | 80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
