1984 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
