1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,308 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 230 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
