1982 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 240 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 Yaris, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
