2005 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 580 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 Ford Focus (174 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
