1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Caprice | 5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |