1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 16 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 500 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, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Super 5 | Bora |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |