1980 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1029 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, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault 5 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | 5 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |