2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 662 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Super 5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |