2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 465 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1982 Renault 5 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Ranger | 5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |