1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 208 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
