1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 24 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 460 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 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 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Super 5 | i20 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2525 mm |