1968 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 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, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | 15 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 56 L |