1966 Jensen FF vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | FF | 5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
