1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1009 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Super 5 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2838 mm |