1984 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
