1980 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Express (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 63 kg more than 1991 Renault Express.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, 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 Express (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express 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 Express | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Express |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
