1985 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (49 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
