1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 42 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 413 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, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Clio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |