1984 Renault R5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault R5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault R5 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 832 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault R5 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | R5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1552 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
