1983 Renault 5 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 5 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 5 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
