1982 Renault 5 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1982 Renault 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 5 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
