1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 208 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
