1984 Renault R5 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 730 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault R5 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | R5 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |
