1982 Renault 5 vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 405 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | 5 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |
