1981 Renault 5 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 5 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
