1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 21 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. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Twingo weights approximately 10 kg more 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 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
