1982 Renault 5 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
