2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
