1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 698 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Super 5 | GTI |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |