1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 25 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 936 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, 2010 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens 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 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Super 5 | Carens |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |