1985 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 16 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Clio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
