1980 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Clio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
