1968 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 23 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 85 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, 1991 Renault Clio, 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, 1991 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Clio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
