1992 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, both 1992 Ford Escort and 1992 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | 19 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 64.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |