1983 Renault 5 vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 1987 Toyota Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 936 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Century 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 1987 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5, 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, 1987 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 5 | 1987 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Century |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
