1995 Ford Contour vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1995 Ford Contour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Contour weights approximately 547 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Contour | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Contour | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |