1974 Ford Capri vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (54 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 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, 1974 Ford Capri (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
