1970 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic, 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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Trafic |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 90 L |