2008 Ford GT vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 825 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
