1981 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 25 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 665 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 5 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
