1995 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Renault Siete
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 289 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. 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, 1995 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1978 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Siete |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
