1975 Renault 5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 465 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
