1985 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 574 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 5 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |
