1983 Renault 5 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 11 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Because 1983 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 1983 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200, 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, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 5 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 5 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
