1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 21 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 335 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, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio 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 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Super 5 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
