1987 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 671 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 5 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
