1987 Renault 5 vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 823 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
