1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 394 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Super 5 | Polo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |