1976 Renault 5 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 5 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
