1985 Renault 5 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 248 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
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, 1986 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | 5 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
