1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, both 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 and 1985 Renault Super 5 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 793 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | 230 | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 41 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |