1984 Renault 5 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 479 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
