1984 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2001 Honda Capa is newer by 17 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Capa weights approximately 144 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2001 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 5 | Capa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
