1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 24 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1730 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super 5 | GL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3076 mm |
