1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 400 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 51 L |
