1982 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | A7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2913 mm |
