1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 26 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1042 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Super 5 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2779 mm |
