1976 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 31 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 954 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
