1975 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 54 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
