1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 623 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
