1987 Renault 5 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 26 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1744 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 5 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 250 L |
