2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 212 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (408 Nm). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
