1976 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1994 Renault Twingo is newer by 18 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 61 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo.
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, 1994 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, 1994 Renault Twingo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort. 1994 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
