1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 24 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Megane weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Megane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
