1986 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 385 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, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1988 Renault 25 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Renault 25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 25 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
