1982 Renault 5 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 23 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1430 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Renault | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 5 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
