1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | 30 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
