1981 Renault 5 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 Renault 5.
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, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 5 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Camry |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
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 | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |