1959 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
