1989 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 2 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 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
