1979 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 5 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
