1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 14 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 125 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, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Fusca 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super 5 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
