1973 Renault 5 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 5 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 5 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
