1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2009 Renault Modus
To start off, 2009 Renault Modus is newer by 23 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), 2009 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Modus (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Modus weights approximately 465 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, 2009 Renault Modus (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Modus 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 | 2009 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Super 5 | Modus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
