1979 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 33 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1979 Renault 5.
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, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 5 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 5 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 53 L |
