1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1612 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 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Super 5 | Caddy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |