1984 Renault R5 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano 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 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault R5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano.
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, 1984 Renault R5 (76 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 1984 Renault R5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault R5 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | R5 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
