1986 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 215 kg more than 1985 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |