1967 Jensen FF vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1985 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, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen FF | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | FF | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
