1984 Renault 5 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 84 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 5 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
