1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | A 109 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
