1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (75 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 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, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super 5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
