1985 Renault 5 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
