1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,390 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 603 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Super 5 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1404 mm |