1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 15 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. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 173 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Clio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
