1975 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, both 1975 Ford Escort and 1975 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 12 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 1975 Renault 12, 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 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1975 Renault 12 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | 12 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |