1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1986 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 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 300 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
