1982 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 30 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), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1306 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| 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 | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2893 mm |
