1971 Renault 10 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Renault 10 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 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 10 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
