1979 Renault 5 vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1982 Subaru Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Coupe, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 5 | 1982 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 5 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
