1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1985 Renault 4
To start off, 1985 Renault 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1985 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 890 kg more than 1985 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1985 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
