1976 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1982 Renault 9 is newer by 6 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 9 (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Renault 9.
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, 1982 Renault 9, 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, 1982 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |
