1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (600 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | EB 110 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 344 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
