1987 Renault 5 vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 16 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 814 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
