1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 759 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, 2013 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima 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 | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Super 5 | Optima |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2795 mm |