1972 Renault 5 vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 1988 Toyota Century is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
