1981 Renault 5 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1981 Renault 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Renault 5.
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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 5 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Renault | Triumph |
Model | 5 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |