1984 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2919 mm |
