2009 Ford Escape vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 24 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 277 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
