2000 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 475 kg more than 1976 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 Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
