1979 Renault 5 vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, both 1979 Renault 5 and 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 969 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Because 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 5 | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | SC 100 GX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 46 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
