1975 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, 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, 1975 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
