1985 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 16 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 588 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
