1981 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1981 Ford Escort and 2011 Volkswagen Touran are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touran |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
