1980 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 695 kg more than 1980 Renault 5.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 5 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
