2009 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 214 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
