1976 Renault 5 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 925 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
