1987 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 5 | Visto |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
