1976 Renault 5 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 185 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.
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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
