1995 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 252 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1964 Renault 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
