1968 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 25 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 95 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.
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, 1993 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, 1993 Renault Clio (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Clio |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |