1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1982 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 380 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
