1986 Ford Escort vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 385 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1951 Renault Fregate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Renault Fregate (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Fregate |
Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |