1964 Renault 8 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
