1968 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 28 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 274 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, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 19 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
