2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 19 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 482 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
