2005 Audi A2 vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 2005 Audi A2 and 1981 Ford Escort are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A2 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Audi A2 (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
