1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1981 Renault 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Datsun Laurel would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 138 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun Laurel | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Datsun | Renault |
| Model | Laurel | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
