1985 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5 | CL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
