1984 Renault R5 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1864 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault R5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault R5 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault R5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault R5 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Renault | Land Rover |
| Model | R5 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2584 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2891 mm |
