1985 Ford Escort vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Renown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
