1975 Renault 5 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1110 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 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 5 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
