1984 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
