1989 Ford Escort vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1951 Renault Fregate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Renault Fregate (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Fregate |
Year Released | 1989 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |