1976 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 829 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 5 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2911 mm |
