1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 26 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1105 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK 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 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | Super 5 | XK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
