1990 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
