1977 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25, 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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 25 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
