1984 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 1984 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 5 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
