1984 Renault 5 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 274 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
