1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 18 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 654 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, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super 5 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
