1996 Ford Escort vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 255 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
