1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 359 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | 5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
