1975 Renault 5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 33 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 643 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
