1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 680 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Super 5 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
