1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 314 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
