1971 Jensen SP vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | SP | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
