1984 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 26 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Escort | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | CC |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2708 mm |