1980 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 385 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
