1985 Renault 5 vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 23 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 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | 5 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |
