1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 938 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 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Super 5 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
