1984 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 539 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 5 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
