1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 859 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Super 5 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |