1976 Renault 5 vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 32 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 330 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, 2008 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 5 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
