1970 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 40 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (120 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
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, 2010 Renault Thalia, 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 Thalia (160 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2473 mm |
