1975 Renault 5 vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 5 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
