1972 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
