1981 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, both 1981 Ford Escort and 1981 Renault 5 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
