1972 Renault 5 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1158 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3246 mm |
