1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 2 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 585 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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford RS 200 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | RS 200 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
