1978 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Renault Clio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Clio (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Clio weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Clio, 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, 1999 Renault Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1999 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Clio |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |