1981 Renault 5 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. Both 1981 Renault 5 and 1984 Renault 5 are equipped with a 1,397 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 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, both vehicles can yield 221 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 5 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 5 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
