1984 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 130 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, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
