1978 Renault 5 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 328 kg more than 1978 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1978 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F. 1985 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 5 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Model F |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |