1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 27 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 590 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Renault | Mini |
Model | Super 5 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2548 mm |