1980 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 31 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 906 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 310 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.
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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Renault | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 5 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
