1985 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 21 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 544 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | 5 | ION |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 49 L |
