1983 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 358 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 5 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
