1986 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 430 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 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
