1982 Renault 5 vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2004 Tata E is newer by 22 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata E weights approximately 400 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 2004 Tata E | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 5 | E |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
