1984 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
