1975 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 745 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
