1995 Ford Probe vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe is newer by 8 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 372 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Probe | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
