2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Ford TE-50. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford TE-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | TE-50 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
