1983 Renault 5 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 22 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1252 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 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 5 | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
