1975 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1984 Renault Rodeo is newer by 9 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Renault Rodeo. 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, 1984 Renault Rodeo, 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, 1984 Renault Rodeo (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1984 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
