1975 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 16 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 74 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 1991 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, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Express |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
