1979 Ford LTD vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 780 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | LTD | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
