1974 Ford Capri vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
