1990 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
