1984 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
