1985 Ford Laser vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
