1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 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 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 575 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1985 Renault 5 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | 5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |