1981 Renault 5 vs. 1981 Subaru DL
To start off, both 1981 Renault 5 and 1981 Subaru DL were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru DL, 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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru DL. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 5 | 1981 Subaru DL | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | 5 | DL |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |