1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 835 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Super 5 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |