1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Sierra | 1982 Renault 5 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Sierra | 5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |