2000 Ford Contour vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 13 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Contour | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
