1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 870 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Super 5 | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 335 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |