1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1953 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super 5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4326 mm |
