1987 Renault 5 vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1982 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 1982 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 5 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
