1986 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, both 1986 Ford Escort and 1986 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 18 weights approximately 225 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, 1986 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1986 Renault 18 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | 18 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |