1968 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 20 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21, 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, 1968 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1988 Renault 21 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | 21 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |