1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 750 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Renault | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Super 5 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
