1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Super 5 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
