1989 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1989 Ford Escort and 1991 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
