1984 Renault 5 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 23 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (250 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 754 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 5 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
