1970 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Renault 8
To start off, 1970 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Renault 8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 1967 Renault 8 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | 8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |