2007 Ford Focus vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 453 kg more than 1987 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 193 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 | 1311 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
