1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Perdana weights approximately 550 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, 1996 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana 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 | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Renault | Proton |
Model | Super 5 | Perdana |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |