1984 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 27 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 5 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2615 mm |
