1986 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 65 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
