1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, both 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 and 1976 Renault 5 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 230 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
