2005 Ford Escape vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 24 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 555 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
