1980 Renault 5 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1860 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 5 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 150 L |
