1984 Renault R5 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 28 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault R5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 315 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.
Because 1984 Renault R5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Renault R5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 2012 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault R5 | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | R5 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1035 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
