1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 208 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
