1972 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 39 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 614 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.
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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
