2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 585 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
