1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 349 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, 1972 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
