1981 Renault 5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 610 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
