1957 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 953 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Espace |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 83 L |
