2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 783 kg more than 1987 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 Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
