1980 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Spider is newer by 15 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Spider weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Spider 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 1995 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Spider |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 115 L |
