1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 555 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 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, 1971 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zephyr | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
