2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Galaxy | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 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 | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
