1975 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Renault Twingo is newer by 23 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Twingo (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo.
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, 1998 Renault Twingo, 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, 1998 Renault Twingo (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
