1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super 5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
