1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1775 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Renault Super 5 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Renault Toyota
Model Super 5 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1985 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 956 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 695 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2860 mm


 

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