1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 423 kg more than 1978 Renault 5.
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, 1978 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 1978 Renault 5 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Ranger | 5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |