1985 Renault 5 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 454 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
