1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |