1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 745 kg more than 1988 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
