1981 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 32 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 590 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2604 mm |
