2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 635 kg more than 1976 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
