2009 Ford Escape vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 22 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. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
