1972 Renault 5 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 37 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1200 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 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 5 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |