1976 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Renault Siete
To start off, 1978 Renault Siete is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,037 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 94 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault Siete, 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, 1978 Renault Siete (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 1978 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Siete |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2540 mm |
