2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 820 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 Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Maverick | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
