1972 Renault 5 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 785 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 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
