1972 Renault 5 vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 23 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 5 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
