1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 464 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
