1975 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1085 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 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 5 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2425 mm |
