2006 Ford S-Max vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Ford S-Max is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 807 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | S-Max | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
