1982 Renault 5 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 14 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 645 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) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
