1989 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon 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 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 562 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
