1986 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, both 1986 Ford Escort and 1986 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 435 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.
Because 1986 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 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, 1986 Renault 21 (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 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 21 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | 21 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |