1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 685 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Fairlane 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 1982 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | 5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
