1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 39 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 1088 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, 2007 Renault Espace, 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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Espace |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |
