1972 Nissan President vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 699 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | President | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
