1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Super 5 (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Super 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Super 5 | 1971 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super 5 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
