1979 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault 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, 1991 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
