1976 Renault 5 vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 26 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 722 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5. 2002 Toyota Ipsum has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1976 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Ipsum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
