1982 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 385 kg more than 1982 Renault 5.
Because 1982 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
