1984 Renault 5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 25 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 311 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Routan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |
