1978 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 23 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 822 kg more than 1978 Renault 5.
Because 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 5 | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |