1971 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Espace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Espace weights approximately 685 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Espace |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
