1973 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 39 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 825 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 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Renault 5 | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | 5 | Shogun |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |