1980 Renault 5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 28 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1342 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
