1986 Ford Escort vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph Renown (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 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, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Renown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
| 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 | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
