1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 25 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 842 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Super 5 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
