1985 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 595 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane 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 Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
