1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 1980 Renault 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1980 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Vega | 5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |