1992 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1992 Ford Escort and 1998 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 401 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Safrane |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |